Financial Crime Compliance Manager | Financial Services | HKG
Star Anise LimitedHong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong
Posted January 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Star Anise Limited specializes in legal and compliance recruitment, placing candidates across law firms, financial institutions, and corporate governance roles in major Asian financial hubs and London. The firm’s core focus spans lateral partner and in‑house legal hires, compliance specialists, forensic accountants, and senior back‑office leadership such as COOs and CFOs. With founders who are seasoned lawyers boasting over 30 years of combined industry experience, Star Anise delivers tailored, pragmatic talent solutions built on deep client and candidate insight. Their partnership‑driven approach and commitment to high professional standards set them apart as a trusted adviser in the recruitment landscape.
Job Description
Financial Crime Compliance Manager | Financial Services | HKG: Review AML/CFT matters, assist with departmental budgeting, prepare and review HKMA banking returns, conduct risk assessments, and assist on ad hoc projects.
Requirements
- University degree with preference in Law, Accountancy, Finance or business-related discipline
- Manager level requires at least 5 years' and Senior Manager requires 8+ years of experience in project management, assurance and governance or FCC function in Big 4 and/or financial institutions
- Excellent communication skills at all levels
- Both written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Putonghua preferred
- Knowledge of Regtech including coding languages and use of analytical tools is advantageous